Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Undergraduate certificate · Columbia Southern University · Orange Beach, AL

CIP 03.01

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$78,159Median earnings 4 years after

$80,703Median earnings 5 years after

$25,856Median federal debt

15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Columbia Southern University earn a median of $78,159. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $51,561 four years after graduating (middle half: $36,003–$71,384). Median debt is $25,856, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from Columbia Southern University make?

The median salary is $78,159 and $80,703 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,856.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.